Accounts Receivable Associate

ZEISS Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEISS India in Bengaluru seeks an Accounts Receivable Associate to manage customer invoicing and collections. The role focuses on accurate AR processing, timely reconciliations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure strong cash flow.

Qualifications include a finance degree, 1–2 years in AR, and SAP experience; strong Excel skills and client communication are essential. The position offers a stable, growth-oriented environment at ZEISS India.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounts receivable or a similar role.
• Experience with accounting software SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record incoming payments in the accounting system.
• Reconcile customer accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Process refunds, adjustments, and write-offs as required.
• Follow up with customers on overdue invoices via email, phone, or other communication channels.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers while ensuring timely collections.
• Escalate unresolved payment issues to the AR Manager or relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes related to AR.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and financial regulations.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all AR transactions.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation

Skills

Accounting principles & AR

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Pressure management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

ZEISS in India

ZEISS India is headquartered in Bengaluru and present in the fields of Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care and Sports & Cine Optics.

ZEISS India has 3 production facilities, R&D center, Global IT services and about 40 Sales & Service offices in almost all Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With 2200+ employees and continued investments over 25 years in India, ZEISS’ success story in India is continuing at a rapid pace.

ZEISS India

• Monitor and record incoming payments in the accounting system.
• Reconcile customer accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Process refunds, adjustments, and write-offs as required.
• Follow up with customers on overdue invoices via email, phone, or other
• communication channels.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers while ensuring timely collections.
• Escalate unresolved payment issues to the AR Manager or relevant
• stakeholders.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes related to AR
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and financial
• regulations.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all AR transactions.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounts receivable or a similar role.
• Experience with accounting software SAPis preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for customer interactions.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Familiarity with international payment processes and currency conversions.
• Experience in a multinational or corporate environment is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies effectively.
• Customer Focus: Maintain professional and positive relationships with clients.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Time Management: Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced
• environment.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Manoj Badaik